2 Positions at Search for Common Ground: (Deadline 20 August 2020)
Research Coordinator at Search for Common Ground: (Deadline 20 August 2020)
Responsibilities:
In coordination with Search Burundi and Rwanda M&E and program teams, support the design of quality research approaches, including the development of methodologies and data collection tools
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- Provide support to DM&E teams and research consultants with data collection and analysis as needed
- Lead the review of report writing, coordinating with M&E and program teams in country to ensure timely review from their side
- In partnership with Search Burundi and Rwanda program and M&E teams, support the development of innovative and conflict-sensitive methodologies and approaches in research adapted to the Burundi and Rwanda context
- Lead the draft of ToRs for upcoming research, coordinating with M&E and program teams in-country to collect their inputs and feedback
- Manage timely recruitment of consultants in collaboration with the M&E and program teams
- Ensure that all relevant parties at the country and regional level are participating in the conception and review of the research deliverables at the different stages and providing inputs and feedback as needed
- Assist M&E and program teams in the sharing of research results at the regional and international level
- Support country M&E, program and the regional teams with internal learning, including in the organization of reflection workshops to ensure adaptation and integration of the findings in current and future programs
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Requirements:
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- Certification in conflict analysis and research methods in international development, peacebuilding, conflict resolution, or other related fields (graduate level preferred)
- At least 5 years’ experience in conflict analysis and research training
- Extensive experience in managing research projects and coordinating a variety of stakeholders and consultants
- Excellent written and oral skills in both French and English – ability to communicate, draft, edit, and proof-read in both languages
- Proven ability to think creatively about research methods
- Good computer skills (including Word, Excel, various Web 2.0 tools)
- Qualitative and quantitative digital data management skills
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Creative and thorough approach to work
- Demonstrated innovative and problem solving skills
- Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment
- Ability to multitask and work under tight deadlines
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Consultant: Final Evaluation at Search for Common Ground: (Deadline 20 August 2020)
Context
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- Search, with support from the European Union through its Civil Society Organizations and Local Authorities’ mechanism, and in partnership with the Rwandan Scouts Association, Radio Ishingiro, Radio Isangano, and Radio Izuba, implemented a 24-month project (1 January 2018 – 31 December 2020), Ubufatanye mu Miyoborere: Advancing CSO-led Participatory Governance in Rwanda, with the overall goal to enhance the capacity and confidence of Rwandan civil society organisations to promote more inclusive, responsive, and transparent local-level governance. The project was implemented in the districts of Ngoma, Gicumbi, Nyamasheke, and Ruhango, while Kigali hosted national level activities like policy forums and award ceremonies.
- Promoting Fiscal Transparency in Rwanda was a 24 months (September 1, 2018 – August 31, 2020) USAID funded project which aimed to increase the engagement of civil society organizations (CSOs) and Rwandan citizens in the government budget process. The key stakeholders of the project were civil society organisations (CSOs), including youth- and women-led CSOs; communities and community leaders, government actors and local authorities; community radio stations, and the Rwanda Scouts Association (Scouts). The project was implemented in the districts of Ngoma, Gicumbi and Nyamasheke, while Kigali will host national level activities like the policy forums and award ceremonies.
Goals & Objectives of Study:
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- Determine to what extent the projects were able to enhance the capacity and confidence of Rwandan civil society organisations to promote more inclusive, responsive, and transparent local-level governance;
- Assess if the projects were able to bridge the gap between the media and CSOs creating a powerful and mutually-beneficial relationship, allowing for broader reach, innovation, and impact around fostering good governance in Rwanda;
- Explore how the projects contributed to shape the way local authorities are engaging youth and civil society actors in governance;
- Evaluate the level of achievement of the results in the two projects and their level of endurance, as per agreed results chain and project logic;
Methodology & Data Collection Tools:
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- An inception report detailing the methodology, data collection tools and timeline;
- Any necessary training of data collectors or set-up of systems for data collection;
- Supervision and participation in data collection;
- Oversight of data coding and analysis;
- All original data submitted to Search;
- A draft evaluation report in English [insert other languages if needed], for review by Search staff and partners;
- A final report in English (40 pages max in length, excluding appendices) consistent with Search branding and standards for evaluation.
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Requirements:
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- Proficiency in English, knowledge of Kinyarwanda is a plus;
- More than 5 years of experience in project evaluation, including collecting data in interviews, surveys and focus groups;
- Experience in conflict analysis and working in governance and with civil society sectors;
- Experience working with international organizations;
- Experience conducting quantitative surveys and analysis;
- Evaluation methods and data collection skills;
- Familiarity and experience with contextual challenges in the geographic location(s) where the study will take place.
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